Quincy Sludge Storage Lagoon System Lagoons 1 2 and 3

Grant, Washington· Built 1986· Earth·
Significant Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Quincy Sludge Storage Lagoon System Lagoons 1 2 and 3 is classified as significant hazard in Washington. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length1,370 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage30 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1986 (40 years old)
NID IDWA02069

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 1, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Washington Dept of Ecology

Ownership

Quincy City

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Quincy Sludge Storage Lagoon System Lagoons 1 2 and 3?

Quincy Sludge Storage Lagoon System Lagoons 1 2 and 3 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Quincy Sludge Storage Lagoon System Lagoons 1 2 and 3?

Quincy Sludge Storage Lagoon System Lagoons 1 2 and 3 is owned by Quincy City (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Quincy Sludge Storage Lagoon System Lagoons 1 2 and 3 built?

Quincy Sludge Storage Lagoon System Lagoons 1 2 and 3 was completed in 1986, making it 40 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Quincy Sludge Storage Lagoon System Lagoons 1 2 and 3?

Quincy Sludge Storage Lagoon System Lagoons 1 2 and 3 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Quincy Sludge Storage Lagoon System Lagoons 1 2 and 3 last inspected?

Quincy Sludge Storage Lagoon System Lagoons 1 2 and 3 was last inspected on June 1, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.